Nelly Kim Furtado ComIH is a renowned Canadian singer and songwriter who has captivated audiences around the world with her exceptional musical talent and versatility.
Furtado first gained widespread recognition with her trip-hop inspired debut album “Whoa, Nelly!” (2000), showcased her unique blend of pop, R&B, and world music influences.
During her illustrious career, Furtado has received an impressive list of accolades and has sold over 45 million records, including 35 million albums worldwide.
This remarkable achievement cemented her status as one of the most successful Canadian artists of her generation.
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- Full name: Nellie King Furtado
- Stage name: Nelly Furtado
- Date of birth: December 2, 1978
- Age: 45 years old
- Birthplace: Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.
- Nationality: Canadian
- Occupation: Canadian singer-songwriter
- Height: 1.58m
- Parents: Antonio Jose Furtado and Maria Manuela Furtado
- Siblings: Michael Anthony and Lisa Anne.
- Spouse: Demacio Castellon (m. 2008–2016)
- Partners: Jasper Gahunia, Jerry
- Children: Nieves Gahunia
- Relationship: Single
- Net worth: $40 million
early life and education
Nelly Kim Furtado was born on December 2, 1978 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. She is the daughter of Antonio Jose Furtado and Maria Manuela Furtado and has two older siblings: Michael Anthony and Lisa Anne.
Furtado attended Mount Douglas High School in Victoria, British Columbia, graduating in 1996. She is of Portuguese descent, but her religious beliefs are unknown.
Profession
Nelly Furtado began her music career in 1996 after graduating from Mount Douglas High School. She then moved to Toronto to live with her sister.
In 1996, Furtado contributed vocals to the song “Waitin’ four the Streets” from the hip-hop group Plains of Fascination’s album Join the Ranks. The following year, she formed the trip-hop duo Nelstar with bandmate Newkirk.
Furtado first achieved widespread fame with his 2000 debut album Whoa, Nelly!, which was a critical and commercial success. Two singles from the album, “I’m Like a Bird” and “Turn Off the Light”, both reached the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 chart, with “I’m Like a Bird” earning Furtado a Grammy. Best Female Pop Vocal Performance.
Her 2003 follow-up album Folklore explored Furtado’s Portuguese roots with a more reflective, folk-tinged sound. Although the album was moderately successful in Europe, it was considered a “sophomore slump” compared to her breakthrough debut album.
Furtado’s third album, Loose, released in 2006, was a hit and is her best-selling album to date, selling over 10 million copies worldwide. The album was considered a radical reinvention and spawned four global No. 1 singles, including “Promisculous,” “Maneater,” “Say It Right” and “All Good Things (Come to an End)” .
Furtado also appeared on Timbaland’s chart-topping single “Give It to Me” in 2007. In 2008, she collaborated with James Morrison on the hit song “Broken Strings”. In 2009, Furtado released her first Spanish-language album, Mi Plan, which earned her a Latin Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Album.
After a five-year hiatus, Furtado returns in 2023 with a new single “Eat Your Man” in collaboration with Australian DJ Dom Dolla. She also announced an upcoming album with Timbaland and Justin Timberlake titled “Keep Going Up.”
Furtado announced the release of the single “Corazón” via Instagram on July 5, 2024, more than a year after it was first performed in Monterrey, Mexico.
Furtado’s seventh studio album “7” was released on September 20, 2024. Furtado has graced the covers of numerous international fashion and lifestyle magazines throughout her career, cementing her status as a global pop star.
Awards and nominations
Nelly Furtado has received numerous awards and nominations throughout her career, recognizing her musical talents and contributions to the music industry.
Major awards won:
Grammy Awards:
- Best Female Pop Vocal Performance (“I’m Like a Bird”, 2002)
Latin Grammy Awards:
- Best Female Pop Vocal Album (Mi Plan, 2009)
Juno Award:
- 10 Juno Awards in various categories including Album of the Year, Single of the Year, Breakthrough Artist of the Year, Entertainer of the Year and more.
BRIT Awards:
- International Female Solo Artist (2004)
- International Breakthrough Act (2001)
Billboard Music Awards:
- Best Pop Song (“Promiscious”, 2006)
Nomination:
Grammy Awards:
- Nominated for 7 Grammy Awards, including Song of the Year, Best New Artist, Best Pop Vocal Album and Best Pop Vocal Collaboration.
MTV Video Music Awards:
- Multiple nominations for Best Pop Video, Best Female Video and Best Dance Video.
MTV European Music Awards:
- Nominated multiple times for Best Female Vocalist, Best Song, Best Album and Best World Stage Performance.
social media
- Instagram account: @nellyfurtado
- Facebook account: Nelly Furtado
- Twitter account: @NellyFurtado
personal life
Nelly Furtado was married to Demacio Castellon for about eight years until their separation in 2016. They don’t have any children. Furtado is also in a long-term relationship with Jasper Gahunia, with whom he has a 21-year-old daughter named Nevis.
In addition, Furtado has two children – a daughter and a son – with rapper Jerry, but their names have not yet been revealed. Furtado is currently single, having separated from her husband, Demacio Castellon, in 2016 after about eight years of marriage.
discography
Studio album:
- Wow Nelly! (2000)
- Folklore(2003)
- Loose(2006)
- My Plan(2009)
- Indestructible Spirit(2012)
- Journey(2017)
- 7 (2024)
Compilation album:
- The Best of Nelly Furtado (2010)
Live album:
- Loose: Concert (2007)
Mix album:
Other versions:
- America Online Conference (2004)
- Live meeting (2006)
- Spanish Limited Edition (2008)
- Loose: International Tour Edition (2007)
- Loose Mini DVD (2007)
- Mixed Hit Pac (2006)
- Sticks and Stones(2006)
- Wow Nelly! + Folklore(2006)
net worth
As of 2023, the famous Canadian singer-songwriter Nelly Furtado has an estimated net worth of $40 million.
This impressive wealth is mainly due to her highly successful music career, which spanned more than two decades and produced many hit albums and singles.
